Nintendo Switch Black Friday Deals 2025: Discounts, Prices & Is It Worth Buying

There’s a familiar feeling each autumn when the first Black Friday ads appear: maybe this is the year to finally buy a Nintendo Switch. With multiple models and a huge library of games, we’ve compared the best deals in Ireland and weighed whether the Switch OLED still makes sense as the Switch 2 arrives.

Nintendo Switch OLED MSRP (Europe): €349.99 · Neon Bundle Price (Smyths Ireland): €339 · Switch 2 Mario Kart Bundle (Smyths): €499

Here is a snapshot of the key specifications and release dates.

Does Nintendo Switch get discounted on Black Friday?

Yes, Nintendo Switch consoles see regular discounts during Black Friday events. For 2025, Nintendo US announced holiday offers starting November 23, with digital game sales and hardware bundles at select retailers (Nintendo US (official)). In Ireland, retailers like Smyths and Currys are expected to offer similar deals, though Irish prices typically mirror UK listings with local VAT.

Do Nintendo Switch ever go on sale?

• Nintendo Switch consoles go on sale multiple times a year – Black Friday is the most predictable window.
• Sales are often bundle‑based: console + game + accessory at a combined discount.
• Digital game sales on the Nintendo eShop also run alongside physical deals.

The pattern: discounts of 10–20% on the console itself are rare; most savings come from bundling a full‑price console with a discounted game and accessory pack.

Is it cheaper to buy on Black Friday or Cyber Monday?

Historically, Black Friday offers the widest hardware availability, while Cyber Monday focuses on digital game deals. According to Nintendo Wire, the 2025 Switch 2 console price ($449) did not change between the two days – the savings came from bundles (Nintendo Wire). For Irish shoppers, the difference is minimal: most retailers treat both days as a single sale period.

The pattern shows that early shopping is key for the best bundle deals.

Is it still worth it to buy Nintendo Switch OLED in 2026?

Yes – but with conditions. The Switch OLED offers a superior 7‑inch screen, better kickstand, and enhanced audio over the original model, all while keeping the same internal performance. In 2025, Nintendo sold over 141 million Switches, and the Switch OLED remains widely available (Wikipedia (reference source)).

• The OLED model is ideal for handheld play – the screen is noticeably richer than the original Switch’s LCD.
• It costs about €60–€80 more than the original Switch.
• With the Switch 2 now on the market, the OLED is a mid‑cycle upgrade, not a future‑proof investment.

The takeaway: the OLED is a worthwhile purchase for handheld-focused buyers.

Is the Nintendo Switch price going to drop?

Switch prices have remained surprisingly stable since 2017. The original model has seen small reductions over time – currently around €260–€299 on Black Friday – but no official price cut has been announced. The Switch OLED started at €349.99 and has held that MSRP (Nintendo US (official)).

Will the Switch 2 price drop in 2026?

The Switch 2 launched at €499 (Mario Kart World bundle) and $449 for the console alone in the US (Nintendo Wire). Historically, Nintendo consoles see a €50–€100 price drop within 18 months of launch. A more aggressive discount is likely by Black Friday 2026 at the earliest.

The implication: if you can wait, the Switch 2 will almost certainly be cheaper in late 2026 – but you’ll miss a year of play.

Is Nintendo discontinuing the Switch?

Nintendo has not announced any discontinuation for the original Switch or Switch OLED. In its 2025 holiday offers, Nintendo continued to promote Switch games and hardware alongside Switch 2 (Nintendo US (official)). Industry analysts expect production of the original Switch to wind down by late 2026 as components shift to Switch 2.

Is the Switch OLED being phased out?

Less clear. The OLED model occupies a sweet spot – it’s cheaper than the Switch 2 but offers a premium screen. Nintendo may keep it as a budget‑premium option for a couple more years. No official phase‑out date has been set.

The key thing to watch: if you see a good deal, it might be one of the last major discounts before production slows.

Is Switch OLED better than Switch?

Yes, for handheld play. The OLED model has a 7‑inch OLED screen (vs. 6.2″ LCD), a wider kickstand, 64 GB internal storage (vs. 32 GB), and better speakers. Both models use the same Nvidia Tegra X1 processor, so performance and game library are identical (Nintendo US (official comparison)).

The catch: if you almost always play docked, the OLED upgrades are wasted. The original Switch is €60–€80 cheaper and performs the same.

The bottom line: handheld gamers get the most value from the OLED.

Nintendo Switch models compared

Four current models, one pattern: the more you pay, the better the display – but all play the same games.

Source values for price ranges come from Smyths and Currys product pages (November 2025). Actual Black Friday prices may differ.

Upsides and downsides of buying a Switch in 2025

The choice depends on your gaming priorities and budget.

Nintendo Switch timeline

• March 2017 – Original Nintendo Switch launches. (Wikipedia)
• October 2021 – Nintendo Switch OLED model launches. (Wikipedia)
• November 2024 – Black Friday – typical discount event for Switch consoles. (Nintendo US (official))
• 2025 – Nintendo Switch 2 announced and released. (Nintendo US (official))
• November 2025 – First Black Friday with Switch 2 available; introductory deals. (Nintendo Wire)
• 2026 – Expected price drops for Switch 2; possible discontinuation of original Switch. (Nintendo Wire)

This timeline shows the evolution of the Switch family and the likely future of pricing.

What we know and what’s unclear

Confirmed facts

• Nintendo Switch OLED is still in production as of 2025 (Nintendo US (official)).
• Black Friday events historically offer discounts on Nintendo Switch consoles and bundles (Nintendo Wire).
• Nintendo has announced Switch 2 and it is currently on sale (Nintendo US (official)).

What’s unclear

• Whether Nintendo will officially discontinue the original Switch in 2026.
• Exact timing of Switch 2 price drops – likely late 2026 or 2027.
• Whether the Switch OLED will be phased out alongside the original.

These uncertainties highlight the importance of staying informed before making a purchase.

What others are saying

“I’m a gamer looking to buy a Switch OLED for my girlfriend for Christmas so I assume Black Friday is the best time to do so.”

Reddit user in r/IrelandGaming (November 2025)

“Nintendo Switch 2 launches with Mario Kart World bundle at €499.”

Paraphrased from Nintendo US product page (Nintendo US official)

These voices reflect the two main Irish buyer personas: the family shopper looking for a proven system, and the enthusiast weighing the next‑gen leap.

Should you buy a Nintendo Switch this Black Friday?

If you’re after a portable console with an unbeatable library and you don’t need 4K graphics, the Switch OLED at a Black Friday price is a strong buy. The €50–€60 you save on a bundle can go toward games like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom or Super Mario Bros. Wonder.

If you’re the sort of gamer who cares about future‑proofing – you want to play the next Mario and Zelda at their best – then wait for a Switch 2 deal. The price will drop, the library will grow, and your patience will be rewarded.

The choice is clear: act now for an OLED bundle or wait for a Switch 2 discount.

For Irish shoppers looking to compare prices, the Nintendo Switch Black Friday deals in Sweden offer a useful benchmark for what discounts to expect.

Frequently asked questions

These FAQs summarize the key points for Irish buyers.